Railer boys stop Wichita South

DODGE CITY — The Newton High School boys’ basketball team won their first game of 2013, snapping a three-game losing streak in the process. The Railers downed Wichita South 72-53 Friday afternoon in the consolation semifinals of the Dodge City Tournament of Champions at the United Wireless Arena. The Railers shot 27 of 55 from the field, holding South to 19 of 53. Newton outscored the Titans 24-9 from 3-point range. The Railers led 13-8 after the first quarter and 31-20 at the half. South was able to stay with Newton in the third quarter, but the Railers pulled away further in the final period. South, 1-10, was led by Jordan Moore with 20 points and 23 rebounds. Newton put four scorers in double figures, led by Austin Krogmeier, Gunar Drinnen and Brenden Downey with 13 points each. Grant Walker added 11. Newton is 4-6 and plays Derby at 2:30 p.m. today in the consolation finals. Newton fell to Derby 56-46 on Jan. 4, despite leading by eight at the half.